Thanks to PF Blog for inviting me to participate in the PF Blog community. Fidelity Observer, as the name suggests, is a blog about Fidelity Investments, Fidelity mutual funds, and tools and other resources offered by the company, written from an ordinary customer's point of view. I've been a Fidelity customer since the mid-1980s. Fidelity has millions of other customers, and manages over $1 trillion. I started this blog to provide some independent opinion and information about the company, its funds, its policies, and its services, which I feel was lacking in the blogging community and financial publications.

But that's not all I talk about on Fidelity Observer. I'd say about half the posts I've made to date concern other topics. I frequently draw attention to economic and financial news that I believe small investors should be aware of, and also take aim at companies, websites, and publications that I think are doing a disservice to small investors. For instance, I recently took Kiplinger's magazine to task for its
poor reporting on mutual funds, and also uncovered a website security breach on a local Better Business Bureau website that potentially revealed the personal information and details of financial disputes of thousands of people.

And while I do reveal details concerning my own investments and investing strategy, and offer tips on how to use Fidelity's services, Fidelity Observer should be viewed as an informational and educational resource. It is not intended to provide personal financial advice. Any decision you make about your personal investments should reflect your unique financial conditions, financial goals, and appetite for risk. If you want personal financial advice, you should seek out the services of a reputable and certified financial planner -- preferably one who does not receive commissions from mutual fund companies.

I am always interested in hearing feedback or suggestions. Use the comment form on the blog, or email me at fidelityobserver@pfblog.com.
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